Truck Driver

TITLE: Truck Driver DATE WRITTEN: 02/01/2023

DEPARTMENT: Donated Goods SUPERVISED BY: Logistics Manager

SUPERVISES: n/a STATUS: Hourly, Full-time or Part-Time

Mission Contribution:

To ensure the efficient and cost effective flow of goods and other material to maximize profitability and increase employment and/or training opportunities.

Function:

To safely transport items from donations sites to designated processing locations.

Essential Duties:

1. Ensures World Class customer service to donors and our internal customers.
2. Drives a box truck in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all state, federal and local driving laws.
3. Performs pre trip and post trip safety inspection on vehicle.
4. Monitors truck for proper operation informing the Logistics Manager of necessary repairs or safety hazards.
5. Follows a daily dispatched schedule and follows route in a timely manner.
6. Safely transport donated goods from donation locations to processing sites.
7. Loads and unloads equipment into designated areas at the processing site.
8. Communicate route location to the supervisor of the next location.
9. Maintains a clean and hazard free truck, using chocks when parking and safety straps to secure donations inside truck.
10. Keeps necessary safety equipment in truck as outlined in the transportation manual.
11. Minimize accidents by making sure that safety and accident reporting standards are followed and preventive measures are taken.
12. Performs assigned duties within the framework of our Mission, Vision, Core Values and Guiding Principles.
13. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or VP Donated Goods Retail.
14. Acts as a positive role model for employees in all aspects of professional performance.
15. Regular attendance is required as outlined in Goodwills attendance policy.

Skills, knowledge and abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job).

1. Must be able to drive an automatic transmission truck.
2. Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
3. Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
4. Must be able to take initiative and work well with little supervision.
5. Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.
6. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, on short notice, including weekends, holidays and occasionally in excess of 40 hours per week.
7. Must be able to see and read street signs and signals.
8. Ability to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
9. Must have a valid drivers license for at least 3 years, must be 21 years of age and be insurable through the agencys insurance carrier.
10. Must pass DOT physical and drug screen, including random drug testing as required by the Drug Free Workplace policy.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • One year driving experience training preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. with assistance, regularly.
  • Must be able to move equipment on wheels over 100 lbs.
  • Must be able to frequent walking, bending, stooping, and stretching.
  • Must be able to engage in prolonged sitting while in a moving vehicle.
  • Ability to use fingers, hands and wrists, repetitively.

Working Conditions:

Frequent physical exertion and exposure to donated goods; regular travel throughout the Gulf Coast area. May be subjected to the usual hazards of highway driving.

Critical Performance Factors:

1. Customer Service
2. Safety/Accident Prevention
3. Efficiency of the flow of goods, equipment and material